1968 Audi 100 vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1968 Audi 100 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Audi 100 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Audi 100 weights approximately 132 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Audi 100 (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Audi 100 | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | 100 | 311 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1760 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 6.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 43 L |